Chris was just introducing the landscaping to Gina and Peter. "So the woods and gardens here are all tended by top gardeners in the region, and the work done is worth millions. Not only is it scenic, but the artistic sense is invaluable too."Gina's eyes were welling up with admiration as she gazed upon the scenery, sighing in awe. "This really is the prime estate of Riverton. Even the landscaping is more expensive than our manor."Lane Manor was situated in the suburbs, but its value paled in comparison to the mansions of Skywater Bay."That's for sure." Peter nodded, not forgetting to fawn over Chris. "I mean, just consider the people living here—right, Mr. Steiner?"Chris smiled. "Oh, we're all just ordinary people, grinding for some coins like the rest."They were still chatting as Frank hurried downhill.Gina spotted him with the corner of her eye, and was taken aback. "Frank Lawrence?"Frank was surprised to hear his name being called and turned to see that it was Gina, wh
Chris snorted. "I know every mansion owner here in Skywater Bay. Why have I never seen you?"It was no boast—there were no more than a hundred mansion owners in Skywater Bay, all of whom were important locals or individuals from nearby states. Chris even knew which mansion belonged to whom.Peter snapped at Frank right then, "Are you deaf?! He asked you a question!"Gina scoffed in disdain as well. "What, cat got your tongue?"Frank simply pointed at the hilltop mansion. "That's my house.""Haha!" Chris laughed right then. "You're really too much.""You own the hilltop mansion?" Gina scoffed. "Know your limit when you're lying, Frank. Or do you really take us for fools?""You don't belong here… No, I think you're just here to break into the mansion," Peter snapped and turned to Chris. "Call the cops. Have him arrested."Chris sneered and shook his head. "That's unnecessary. Skywater Bay's security personnel are all veteran mercenaries—they would have no issue with him."With
Jimmy quickly nodded. "Of course. See you, Mr. Lawrence."He watched as Frank headed off into the distance before wheeling on Gina and Peter. "Who are you? I've never seen you around before.""Oh, we…" Gina stammered frantically.Chris promptly went up and said, "They're my relatives. I invited them.""Yes, yes, yes," Peter quickly nodded. "We're Mr. Steiner's relatives."Jimmy said nothing to that but instead leveled Chris a cool glare. "You'd better keep an eye on them.""O-Of course," Chris said awkwardly.He would never dare throw a fit against Skywater Bay's security, because he did not own any mansions.In fact, he did not even live there.Jimmy, who was privy to what's going on in every house, was naturally in the position to warn him.However, Gina was still too shocked after finding out that Frank owned a mansion to notice that detail."H-How did he get a Skywater Bay mansion?" she stammered."Yeah…" Peter was equally confused. "Aren't these mansions reserved as gi
Frank said, "Well, I'm actually free."Kenny grinned right then. "In that case, would you like to visit my dojo? I'd really like you to check on my father's condition…"Frank then remembered he promised to do that much, and he was never one to renege on promises. "Of course! I was just thinking about visiting myself."-After buying what he needed, Kenny took Frank to his dojo by car toward the eastern edge of the city.The dojo was the size of four soccer fields and had a legion of apprentices, making them one of the four biggest dojos of Riverton.Once they arrived, Kenny led the way, cutting past the training area where many apprentices were practicing blade techniques and into the inner hall.They arrived at Jenson Sparks' room, and Frank saw the man laying in bed as soon as he entered.The man actually appeared spirited, but his essence appeared to be waning—his age only made his mortality that much obvious as well.Nonetheless, Kenny strode up to him, announcing delighte
"There's no need to go that far," Frank said slowly. "I'll take your father's pulse for now.""Of course…" Kenny replied, and Frank walked up to Jenson, putting his fingers on the latter's wrist and feeling his pulse.Soon, his brow furrowed, though he soon relaxed before furrowing his brows again.The process kept repeating for a long while, until Rolf eventually had enough. "Are you really taking Uncle Jenson's pulse, you brat?!"Jenson then assured him, "You have nothing to worry about, Mr. Lawrence. You may speak freely."Frank slowly opened his eyes just then, and Kenny quickly asked, "How's my father, Mr. Lawrence?""His condition is very serious," Frank replied. "He has sustained internal injuries from his youth, and he has been indulging in vices such as alcohol and smoking instead of cultivating his health. At seventy, he has basically reached the end of a normal lifespan.""What?!" Kenny was left thunderstruck and stumbling backward, just as regret seized him.His fat
Frank's eyes darted everywhere.The Sparks family had certainly hoarded a trove of treasures from themselves, from antique weapons and esoteric texts to endless medicinal ingredients.However, most of them were not that useful for Frank, and he soon asked, "Do you happen to have a 100-year-old panacea polypore?""A panacea polypore?" Kenny did a double take. "Would a 30-year-old do?""No, it has to be a hundred years old." Frank shook his head—the panacea polypore was one of the main ingredients for the Rejuvenation Pill, although around 600 grams would be enough to make a hundred pills.As such, even a small one would do.Kenny quickly said, "Don't worry, Mr. Lawrence. Our dojo's apprentices are everywhere—just say the word if you really need it, and they will definitely get one for you."Frank nodded. "In that case, I'm counting on you, Mr. Sparks. I owe you one."Kenny was actually shocked. "You're exaggerating. It's only right that I help you."If anything, having Frank ow
"Mr. Sparks!" Rolf cried, his heart almost leaping out of his throat.The servants paled in shock too, while Frank remained perfectly calm.Rolf wheeled on him right then, his expression savage as he demanded, "You! What did you feed my uncle?! Why did he suddenly vomit blood?!""That's normal," Frank replied calmly. "Mr. Jenson is quite old, and the Ichor Pill works by breaking down his cultivation and then rebuilding it. He will be better soon enough."With that, he started toward the door. "I'll be going now if there's nothing else.""Trying to run?! Get him!" Rolf bellowed, not believing him at all.Many of the dojo apprentices promptly came at his call, blocking Frank's path.Frank frowned as he turned toward Rolf. "You don't believe me?""I believe my own eyes. You will pay for what you did to my uncle!" Rolf barked. "Take him!"The apprentices charged at Frank right then, who shook his head exasperatedly.With a single step, he vaulted into the crowd, his body light as
"Not just better. I feel spirited!" Jenson exclaimed, flexing his arms while nodding in approval. "Mr. Lawrence's Ichor Pill is certainly miraculous.""Haha! Like I said, Mr. Lawrence is the greatest miracle worker of Riverton." Kenny laughed and turned toward Rolf. "And you'd actually send our apprentices after him. You ignorant fool.""What?!" Jenson was growing at Rolf right then. "You attacked Mr. Lawrence?!""No, I mean…" Rolf mumbled, scratching his head awkwardly. "You were puking blood after you took the pill, and I thought you were poisoned…""Preposterous!" Jenson barked and hurried outside.Fortunately, Frank had not left, and Jenson promptly waved at him. "I'm so sorry for what happened with Rolf, Mr. Lawrence. Please don't take it to heart…"Even if they could not befriend Frank, they must never make an enemy out of him.Frank actually did not take offense anyway. "I won't take issue with such frivolity. You're better now, Mr. Sparks, and that's all that matters."